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    • Magoose said:
    Hi Magoose here one of the guys helping Duke.

    So we have some bad news.

    The quest has been canceled as duke does not want to write it anymore.

    I'm going to ask if I can take over for it, because I like this quest, and it would be a shame to kill it
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    TBF, Mags, you have been doing a lot of the heavylifting for the quest, so this will be in good hands. :)

    To be clear to everyone, this is just me burning out on imagination of the quest, since my muse has been hitting me over the head a lot with so many different ideas that I just can't find myself too interested in this.

    I'll still hang out here, though, since this still does have a sepcial place in my heart.

    I'd like to thank you all for making this a wonderful experience while it lasted.

    I'd also like to thank @Magoose, @Fluffy_serpent, and @Martin Noctis for doing so much to help prepare and write this quest. I couldn't have done it without you all. :D

    I'll see you all around.

    With so many regards, Duke William Of.
     
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    • [X] Plan Hoist Thine Enemies On Their Own Petard
    -[X] Rocky II:     So Sly invited you to see his new Film. Time to see how Sly does?: DC: 20
    -[X] Carrie's Ambitions: So Carrie what is… OH MY GOODNESS! DC: 0 (Begin a Miniturn to help Carrie with her new ambition)
    -[X] Happy as All Can Be: It's time for a nice family picnic. You are going to take the family out and just enjoy the sunshine. DC: 40
    -[X] George, We need to talk About… This: George came to you with the First cut of Empire. "George, what the fuck… What did you-?" George Smiled. "We got bored in San Francisco… and that happened." DC: 30
    -[X] Friends in High Places: So the Lieutenant Governor has come to your house, in person might you add, with a warning… Says that the state was about to do something stupid against you. Seems that some people are angry at you and they want revenge… for some reason, what did you do this time? DC: ???
    -[X] A New Way of Doing Things Part 2: Since Brandon wants to be an actor, You decided that he will do things your way in how to handle a situation and of course, that means one thing. "I am not wearing that." It was a costume and a copy of Romeo and Juliet. "You asked me remember." DC: ???
    -[X] Helping Brandon Graduate Part 6: So Brandon, you are now a junior. We are going to get you to graduate by the end of the year, so that you may join the workforce without sacrificing your education. DC: 60/???
    -[X] The Lee Family come over to Dinner: Linda and Shannon are coming over. Time for dinner plays! DC: 40
    -[X] Your Rival: Arnold Schwarzenegger. You have no idea who this guy is… also, why does he want to rival you. Also, what the fuck is he doing, going around saying you are the only reason that things got so weird? Whatever that means. DC: 30
    -[X] The O'Riely Foundation Lobbying: You want California to help the men who have given nearly everything and more to this country. DC: ??? (Linetail how much money you want to throw at it, and what you want from the State)
    -[X] A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)
    --[X] Project Lighthouse: Romanian Edition: [$25 MIL] Aid those worst affected by the Romanian Genoicide.
    -[X] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC: 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)
    --[X] Romanian
     
    [X] Plan The People's Goose
    -[X]Rocky II: So Sly invited you to see his new Film. Time to see how Sly does?: DC: 20
    -[X]Finding Producers: Mike wants to bring more talent into the Company to work on more films of a lower budget variety than the blockbuster films that you all are producing. Mostly young talent, so he's asking you to scour Hollywood for the ideas. DC: ???
    -[X]Carrie's Ambitions: So Carrie what is… OH MY GOODNESS! DC: 0 (Begin a Miniturn to help Carrie with her new ambition)
    -[X]Happy as All Can Be: It's time for a nice family picnic. You are going to take the family out and just enjoy the sunshine. DC: 40
    -[X]George, We need to talk About… This: George came to you with the First cut of Empire. "George, what the fuck… What did you-?" George Smiled. "We got bored in San Francisco… and that happened." DC: 30
    -[X]Friends in High Places: So the Lieutenant Governor has come to your house, in person might you add, with a warning… Says that the state was about to do something stupid against you. Seems that some people are angry at you and they want revenge… for some reason, what did you do this time? DC: ???
    -[X]A New Way of Doing Things Part 2: Since Brandon wants to be an actor, You decided that he will do things your way in how to handle a situation and of course, that means one thing. "I am not wearing that." It was a costume and a copy of Romeo and Juliet. "You asked me remember." DC: ???
    -[X]Helping Brandon Graduate Part 6: So Brandon, you are now a junior. We are going to get you to graduate by the end of the year, so that you may join the workforce without sacrificing your education. DC: 60/???
    -[X]The Lee Family come over to Dinner: Linda and Shannon are coming over. Time for dinner plays! DC: 40
    -[X]Your Rival: Arnold Schwarzenegger. You have no idea who this guy is… also, why does he want to rival you. Also, what the fuck is he doing, going around saying you are the only reason that things got so weird? Whatever that means. DC: 30
    -[X]A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)
    --[X] Hawaiian bird conservation. $80 million. You want to broaden your charity efforts to help the planet, and one case of an emergency is those of the Hawaiian birds with several such as the Po'ouli and Kaua'i o-o being on the verge of extinction. Fund efforts to protect their habitats, create breeding programs, and promote awareness.
    -[X]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)
    --[X] Wes Craven. Lucasfilms needs to get into the horror game, and Craven seems like one of the most talented man in town to tackle it. Approach and try to acquire Craven as director and if he's interested, offer a contract for an extended line of films with Lucasfilms.
    -[X]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)
    --[X] Clint Eastwood. Lucasfilms needs more movies, and Clint's one of the best stars and directors in town. Get in touch and try to see if you can arrange for Clint's Malpaso Productions to enter a similar agreement to Lucasfilms as it currently has with The Ladd Company.

    So first off support Sly for Rocky II and make sure it's a hit and not affected by Batman, be a bro. Find producers as we are in desperate need of them for the company and really need a W after our last hire was the cocaine guy.

    Be the best husband and support Carrie in her new adventure. Have a nice family picnic, make some fond memories. Check out the first cut of Empire Strikes Back and see the awesomeness in store.

    Chat with Mike Curb and see just what the hell Jerry Brown has in store for us and how we need to prepare. The only thing that I can think of that would make him pissed would be our work with the Vietnamese immigrants since historically Brown was heavily against letting the refugees into California due to a belief that they would bring in crime. Aside from that, I don't know what the hell he's angry about as Bruce attending the RNC shouldn't be a huge deal since he hasn't even campaigned yet and Reagan hasn't won the nomination. I guess we'll see, but I do find it funny how the California Democrats are speedrunning the most popular American's journey to becoming a Republican, it's like Eisenhower all over again.

    Do the usual Brandon stuff with acting and education, and since Shannon and Linda were involved in the beginning and it was nice and wholesome, invite them here. Remember Magoose, all three Brandon actions should get a +10.

    I know the meme of not knowing Arnold is a funny one, but we have to remember he was Governor of California and this new political action has me worried and wants to know exactly what the hell Arnold is doing. So let's finally find out just what the body builder is up to.

    Get involved with charity. I would have dedicated something for the Romanian refugees, but considering Jerry Brown is anti-refugee I want to find out just what the hell his deal is before making a move, and at the same time supporting Carrie first so we know whether or not we need to dump a huge amount of money there. So many Hawaiian birds are gonna die within the next decade, so let's nip that in the bud. Also credit for this action goes to Duke William who originally suggested it.

    Network with Wes Craven, get him into Lucasfilms and perhaps have him become director of the Shining as Overmind requested. Lastly, since we're on the topic of finding producers, see if Clint can start making all of his non Dirty Harry movies with Lucasfilms. Should hopefully be an easy task.
     
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    Qudrim8054 said:
    Ideas of the Industry- I want to build something new like a school for effects or an acting school. Maybe a combination of both that allows students to have both the options of having both live action acting experience and voice acting experience, maybe even an animator or a special effects specialist (computer or practical effects).
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    While a school for Actors, VA and otherwise, isn't something I had in mind when I wrote up the pitch for Bruce's Gym(nasium), there are still the last three original pillars that are yet to be made–
    ---[] The Conditioning and Exercise Athletics Program:
    The Conditioning and Exercise Athletics Program is designed to teach individuals how to properly exercise and condition their physical abilities. The program focuses on building strength, flexibility, agility, balance, and endurance through a combination of bodyweight exercises, cardio, yoga, and stretching.

    Students will receive personalized training based on their fitness levels and goals, learning proper techniques and approaches to exercise to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness. The program is also designed to educate participants on the importance of injury prevention and proper recovery through various mindfulness practices and self-care techniques.

    Beyond just the physical aspect, the program also emphasizes the importance of developing a healthy mindset surrounding exercise and fitness. This includes building confidence and self-image and developing a positive relationship with physical activity that can be applied to all areas of life.

    The program is open to all fitness levels and goals, from beginners looking to establish a foundation to more experienced individuals seeking to take their fitness to new heights. The Conditioning and Exercise Athletics Program is a comprehensive and accessible program that provides individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to lead a healthier, more active lifestyle.
    ---[] The Craftsman and Survivalist Accreditation Program:
    The Craftsman and Survivalist Accreditation Program is designed to educate individuals on trade skills, prop mastery, and survivalist experiences. This program places a heavy emphasis on developing practical skills that can be used in various settings, including outdoor and urban environments.

    The program is taught by certified instructors with expertise in their respective fields, including licensed tradespeople, prop makers, and survivalists. Participants will learn a variety of skills and techniques, including woodworking, electrical work, prop making, and building shelters.

    Beyond just teaching practical skills, the program also emphasizes the importance of survivalist experiences, with a focus on safety, planning, and self-reliance. Participants will gain the tools necessary to adapt to different environments, becoming well-versed defenders in various situations.

    Upon completion of the program, individuals will receive official accreditation and certification, demonstrating their proficiency and knowledge in craftsman and survivalist skills. The Craftsman and Survivalist Accreditation Program provides individuals with a diverse and comprehensive skillset that can be used in different settings, for emergencies or rebuilding.
    ---[] The Weapon and Firearm Safety Accreditation Program: [Essentially the HEMA and othersuch weapons martial arts are taught.]
    The Weapons and Firearm Safety Accreditation Program is designed to educate individuals on the proper usage and handling of a variety of weapons, including firearms, knives, and other handheld weapons as befitting both military and law enforcement standards, and in places exceeding them. The program places a heavy emphasis on safety and responsible gun ownership, providing individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to handle weapons safely and confidently to ensure the safety of cast and crew while using various weapons and firearms on and off set [whether or not they're actually props].

    The program is taught by certified instructors who are experts in their fields, including licensed firearm trainers and experienced weapons experts. Participants will learn a variety of techniques and approaches to weapons handling, including proper loading and unloading, aiming, firing, and maintenance.

    Beyond just teaching proper technique, the program also emphasizes the importance of responsible gun ownership, with a focus on gun safety rules, legal requirements, and ethical considerations involved in handling weapons.

    Upon completion of the program, individuals will receive official accreditation and certification, demonstrating their proficiency and knowledge in weapons and firearm safety. The Weapons and Firearm Safety Accreditation Program provides individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to enjoy the responsible and safe use of a variety of weapons.
    –mainly on the account that I honestly lost track of whether or not the building and the main Stunt Program got finished, but the The Craftsman and Survivalist Accreditation Program should be able to cover teaching Practical and Special FX.
     
    [X] Plan The People's Goose

    I like the plan, I just hope we can contact Dino De Laurentiis before he gets someone else to distribute the Flash Gordon film.
     
    So should i troll and release one of the options for Carries master plan?

    Yes, yes I will.

    []Buying The San Diego Chargers: Carrie, you know next to nothing about Football, what the hell makes you think you can buy a team and lead them to victory like that? Also the Chargers? They suck Absolutely suck, they are worse than the Lions! This is a Terrible investment! Wait, you want to move them to LA? How the hell are you going to convince the city to build a stadium!? Accept the team? Anything?
     
    Magoose said:
    So should i troll and release one of the options for Carries master plan?

    Yes, yes I will.

    []Buying The San Diego Chargers: Carrie, you know next to nothing about Football, what the hell makes you think you can buy a team and lead them to victory like that? Also the Chargers? They suck Absolutely suck, they are worse than the Lions! This is a Terrible investment! Wait, you want to move them to LA? How the hell are you going to convince the city to build a stadium!? Accept the team? Anything?
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    Bro does Carrie want us to be in danger whenever we head to Comic Con because that's one method to piss off San Diego and make every Comic Con trip a warzone, lmao. If this is just one slice of Carrie's business adventures then I'm hyped as hell to see just what our waifu has in store for us. Although it should be noted that in 1982 to Oakland Raiders are gonna move to Los Angeles.

    Btw, funny story about Carrie in Comic-Con, Carrie kind of hated going to Comic Con OTL because she considered actors going to events like that and selling autographs for money and trying to be relevant past their prime as akin to Lapdancing, but she admitted in the Princess Diary when she got old and couldn't work she had to resort to the same "Lapdancing" to help keep up the lifestyle.
     
    Whenyouseeyou said:
    Quick guys make an omake on the government action that's really important and if it's on Arnold then good on us
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    Arnold: Your honor this is a shocking breach of civility. It's been two and a half years since my declaration of rivalry and he hasn't even acknowledged it! Please, something must be done.
    Judge: Mr. O'Brien do you have anything to say in your defense?
    Bruce: .... Who are you again?
    *gasps of shock from the audience*
    Arnold: *holding back tears* You see? You see how he treats me?
    Bruce: No seriously who are you?
     
    [X] Plan The People's Goose
    Well, if this is a 3 month turn we are a couple of turns away from the 80s

    We should really network and invest a few million dollars in Apple before the end of the year, they are getting the IPO in December of the next year and we want to own them before that (we can buy them at that point for $100 million but we don´t want to scare the talent away form the company)

    And since the next turn is Christmas if we want to buy a toy company (Kenner, Hasbro, or both) we should buy it next turn so that we can take advantage of the Christmas sales...
     
    Fanhunter696 said:
    We should really network and invest a few million dollars in Apple before the end of the year, they are getting the IPO in December of the next year and we want to own them before that
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    Honestly not a fan of Apple, would rather have us invest either into Linux or an international company (recommend Razer or Samsung), buy out a company that will go bankrupt (Commodore, Gateway, etc.), and/or create our own computer company (as an outgrowth of Lucasfilm), as by and large they do not make quality products, but by and large luxury products that target artists and the poor, and overall plays nasty with other software.

    Longterm, I think we should look at self-sufficiency markets, aiming the product at entrapeneurs, starter companies and hobbiests, as that has proven itself in the last two decades to be a far more sustainable model...but way less predatory like, keeping prices low so that a majority of people can opt into it if they want.


    But besides all that...I want us to invest into, and later buy out [when it self-implodes], the DeLorean Motor Company, revamping their cars into a far more quality product and, eventually, hybrid and electric cars [when the scientists we pay figure it out, hopefully in the '90s].
     
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